A Crestone Peak Resources tank battery is seen near Panama Reservoir near Niwot. The latest rendition of the company’s future drilling plan reflects consolidated well pads at locations including near Panama Reservoir, and Boulder Creek and Coal Creek.
Colorado wildlife officials want an oil and gas company to consider proposed drilling’s effect on a variety of animals and their habitat if the plan moves forward.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife recommended this week that Crestone Peak Resources be cautious about surveying for wildlife in eastern Boulder County. Wildlife officials recommended that the company adjust a construction timeline if needed to avoid harming burrowing owls, wintering bald eagles and the threatened Preble’s meadow jumping mouse.

“We’re trying to help them responsibly develop this site with as little to no impact to wildlife,” said Brandon Marette, Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s northeast region energy liaison.

State wildlife officials also recommended avoiding new construction, including access roads, near the Boulder Creek and Coal Creek where great blue herons and fish species are found.

Bank of the West's decision to divest from certain fossil fuel investments has run headlong into threats of retaliation in Colorado, Wyoming and other states that rely heavily on coal, oil and natural gas extraction for revenues.

Mention advanced energy, and rooftop solar installers and electric vehicles may come to mind. But in Colorado, a disproportionate share of jobs are tied to wind and biofuels, according to a new report from the business group Advanced Energy Economy.